I'm not one to jump on the blogging fads that have come around. Most of the time, I don't see the point, and even where there is some value in it, they often look like they take more effort than it'd be worth. But I'll do this one about seeing what's become of your earliest followers, because it takes all of a couple minutes to check.

On Hearth’s Warming Eve, Princess Luna asks for special duty volunteers from among the Wonderbolts and Reserves. For the first time, Vapor Trail and Sky Stinger have the opportunity to make a child’s dream come true.

Long ago, a batpony made a promise to stand by his princess faithfully. It was the only mission he failed to complete. He can never make that up to her, but maybe he can ensure that she has a friend awaiting her return.

The griffons demand the return of hunting grounds they owned long ago. But since Princess Luna’s return, Equestria has only grown more formidable. In a small village of the disputed region, Lucky Strike finds herself caught up in a war not her own.

In a moment of anger, Twilight says something rash, which is precisely the wrong thing to do with Discord. And now she can't speak, just as one of her most treasured friendships burgeons into something more. She can figure this out.

Serious Stories

If Memory ServesOdd how some things stick in one's memory—certain places, personalities, sounds, even smells. Touching on one of these elements can cause a lifetime of experiences to come flooding back. And just as quickly, they're gone.by Pascoite
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AmbergrisSunset Shimmer weathered the storm. She returned from the darkest depths, and now she has good friends. People like her. If I haven't sunk too far myself… maybe she'll help me. Then I can help Sonata and Aria. Please, Sunset.by Pascoite
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In BloomIn a yard, all alone, a pony whiles away the time caring for the lawn and the roses. Roseluck can understand that, to a point. And she's determined to help.by Pascoite
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Duet in the Folk StyleBig McIntosh's unique way of experiencing music fascinates Octavia, and he'd love nothing better than to satisfy her desire to get in touch with her earth pony roots. They could learn so much from each other.by Pascoite
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The Art and Science of Letter WritingWhile on a work trip to help family in Appleloosa, Big Macintosh strikes up some correspondences with friends back home. These are the letters that crossed Twilight Sparkle's desk. Sometimes words don't mean what they say.by Pascoite
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And Some More Serious Stories

Teacher's PetFair or not, most classes have that one perfect student, that one little flower that the teacher can't help but adore. Cheerilee's class is no different.by Pascoite
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CanonPartway through her morning practice routine—and routine it is—Octavia seems to have gained an audience. Well, if that mare wants to listen, she'll get a good show.by Pascoite
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He Kindly Stopped For MeAn accident leaves Scootaloo fighting for her life. While everypony tries to help, a few in particular discover a few new things about what exactly it means to be a sister.by Pascoite
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SurrogateI like my job, but of course I look forward to coming home at the end of the day. Especially lately. We have a daughter now. We actually have a daughter. And I can’t wait to see her.by Pascoite
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Method ActingA phoenix seeking out a good nesting place finds an unexpected connection with the ponies living nearby. Unexpected for her, at least—they've been looking for just this phoenix.by Pascoite
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Fun/Uplifting Stories

The Gift That Keeps On GivingThe Princesses' birthday celebration is here again, and Mayor Mare needs a scapegoat—er, trusted citizen—to handle Ponyville's gift. Deciding what to get for an ancient ruler who's seen everything will be a piece of cake.by Pascoite
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Let a Smile be Your UmbrellaCaught in a rainstorm again, Derpy trudges off toward home. But along the way, she finds somepony down on her luck as well, somepony who very much reminds Derpy of her own childhood. It was a good day.by Pascoite
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A Hiccup in TimeTwilight Sparkle definitely learned her lesson from her last time-travel experience. This one's not her fault. Really. Sometimes nature can be... annoying.by Pascoite
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Dinkin’ DonutsDinky Hooves goes out with the perfect plan for Derpy’s Hearth’s Warming gift. She has only to make the perfect pastry present a reality. And along the way, she’ll find an even better one.by Pascoite
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RagnarokAs many such things do, it all started with Discord trying to help. And now Fluttershy can't escape the apocalyptic proclamations. Next time, she'll try the trick of wishing for no wishes.by Pascoite
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2453095Admiral Biscuit talks it up, and I swear I saw another recommendation for it recently, but it was in comments, so it's a lot harder to find. Probably in a blog post by Loganberry, Chris, or Present Perfect.

Plus Chris gave positive ratings to "Lest We Remember" and "101 Heinous Crimes Perpetrated by King Sombra." And Loganberry gave positive reviews to "Iron Wing and the Demolition Crew," "Rainbow Dash and the Pie Sisters," and "This Isn't War."